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VAT Registration and Your Business
If you're a small business owner in the UK, you’ve probably heard people talk about VAT—often with a sigh and a slightly stressed...
2 days ago4 min read


Payroll Year End: What Employers Need to Know
Payroll year end is one of those things that can sneak up on small business owners. One minute you’re happily paying staff as usual, and...
Apr 173 min read


Sole Trader Or Limited Company: What’s Right for You?
If you're a sole trader, chances are you've wondered whether becoming a limited company is the next logical step. Maybe you've been...
Apr 114 min read


Making Tax Digital: Income Tax Self Assessment – Let’s Explain
The world of tax is changing, and if you’re self-employed or a landlord, it’s time to take note. HMRC’s Making Tax Digital for Income Tax...
Apr 44 min read


CIS Explained: What It Is, Who It’s For, and How It Works
If you work in the construction industry, chances are you’ve come across the Construction Industry Scheme – or CIS, as it’s commonly...
Mar 284 min read


Let’s Get Ready for the New Financial Year
The end of the financial year is upon us – and if you’re self-employed, you probably know what that means. Time to gather your records,...
Mar 213 min read


Being an Employer: Your Responsibilities and Obligations
Congratulations! You’ve taken the leap from being a solo entrepreneur to an employer. That’s a big step – and an exciting one. But before...
Mar 144 min read


How to Achieve a Work-Life Balance as a Busy Business Owner
Is Work Life Balance an Impossible Dream? Running your own business is exciting, rewarding, and—let’s be honest—exhausting. Whether...
Mar 74 min read


Networking in Business: Why It Matters and How to Do It Well
For many small business owners and sole traders, the word networking  can conjure up images of awkward handshakes, lukewarm coffee, and...
Feb 214 min read


Imposter Syndrome In Small Business
Let’s talk about something most small business owners and sole traders don’t always admit to – Imposter Syndrome
Feb 144 min read


DIY Bookkeeping Mistakes
The Problems of DIY Bookkeeping Bookkeeping might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but it’s certainly one of the most...
Feb 73 min read


Bookkeeping Tips - Allowable Business Expenses
When it comes to completing your tax return, ensuring you claim every allowable expense is crucial. These deductions can significantly...
Jan 244 min read


Bookkeeping for Landlords
Managing a property portfolio, whether it consists of a single rental property, a handful of HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) or...
Jan 174 min read


Why Is Filing Self-Assessment Returns So Stressful and Why Do So Many People Leave It Until the Last Minute?
Why Is Filling Self-Assessment Returns So Stressful and Why Do So Many People Leave It Until the Last Minute?
Jan 104 min read
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